Part Time NP Internal Medicine

Part Time NP Internal Medicine-(3299805)

Description

This job is PART-TIME for 24 Hours Per Week

GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT :

The Internal Medicine Associates (IMA) a large academic internal medicine practice located on the MGH main campus, has an opening for a nurse practitioner.

The successful candidate will become a pivotal member of an innovative practice offering team based care in a Patient Centered Medical Home model.

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the nurse practitioner, working in partnership with a designated group of physician partners, primary RN’s and medical assistants will play an integral role in providing timely complete physical exams, chronic disease management, preventive healthcare and urgent care to a designated group of primary care patients.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Collaborates with MD partners, primary nurses, medical assistants and support staff to deliver expert team based primary care.
• Performs and records the patient history and physical exam and discusses findings with the physician when appropriate.
• Utilizes advanced nursing knowledge to identify, prevent or solve complex and / or recurring patient care problems.
• Follows and manages patients (in collaboration with MD) enhancing continuity of care.
• Performs medically delegated aspects of patient care as agreed upon by nursing and medical administrators according to practice guidelines.
• Maintains and practices in accordance with practitioner guidelines per state and hospital regulations.
• Monitors patient outcomes in accordance with defined standards of patient care.
• Serves as a resource to staff in area(s) of expertise.
• Serves on appropriate intra and interdepartmental committees.
• Participates in the development of formal and informal educational programs for the staff within area of expertise.
• Evaluates own practice and program effectiveness.
• Identifies pertinent nursing and health delivery problems for investigation.
• Evaluates current research findings and delivers evidence based care.
• Responsible for own professional growth and maintenance of required credentials.
• Maintains the standards and educational requirements specific to the position and licensure.
• Identifies own learning needs and goals.
• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current health care practice / research.
• Identifies system-wide factors contributing to undesirable outcomes, such as complications

SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED :

• Time Management : Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively and complete tasks; Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures.
• Leadership : Highly motivated, independent and capable of performing in a complex environment; Strong sense of initiative and perseverance to carry through to completion of tasks;

Demonstrates forthrightness and integrity. Ability to identify issues / projects and initiate plans to address asking for direction when appropriate.

• Interpersonal / communication : Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication.
• Information Systems / Technology Skills : Computer skills (including operating systems, word processing, electronic mail, Internet)
• Critical Thinking / Decision Making : Ability to appropriately evaluate all aspects of a situation and to independently make appropriate and timely decisions.
• Discretion and Confidentiality : Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters discreetly and to ensure confidentiality guidelines are maintained by staff.
• Safety / Compliance : Knowledge in aspects of safety applicable to position; Knowledge of and compliance with institutional, JCAHO, HIPAA, and other regulatory bodies standards.
• Process Improvement experience helpful
• Interest or experience in basic office procedures such as irrigation and drainage.

3 years as an NP in primary care.

MSN required.

Current license to practice as an NP in MA required

Qualifications

3 years as an NP in primary care Preferred

MSN required

Current license to practice as an NP in MA Required